Rapido HO Scale GE 44 Tonner Claremont & Concord C&C #31 Red DCC/Sound – RAP48544

Rapido HO Scale GE 44 Tonner – Claremont & Concord #31 – DCC/Sound

Add a distinctive New England shortline locomotive to your HO Scale railroad with the Rapido Trains GE 44 Tonner Claremont & Concord #31, finished in the railroad's classic red paint scheme with contrasting yellow lettering and a black underframe.

This detailed General Electric 44-ton diesel-electric switcher combines authentic railroad-specific detailing with a heavy die-cast chassis, smooth-running coreless motor, and factory-installed ESU DCC/Sound.

Claremont & Concord Railroad GE 44 Tonner #31

The Claremont & Concord Railroad operated in western New Hampshire, providing local freight service and connecting industries with the larger railroad network. Like many smaller railroads, the C&C relied on compact diesel locomotives to handle switching assignments and move freight over its relatively modest system.

General Electric's 44-ton switchers were particularly well suited for these operations. Their compact dimensions, relatively light weight, and economical design made them practical alternatives to larger diesel locomotives.

Rapido's reproduction of C&C #31 captures the locomotive's recognizable red and yellow appearance, making it an excellent addition to a New England shortline or industrial railroad layout.

Factory-Installed ESU DCC & Sound

This locomotive comes equipped with a factory-installed ESU DCC/Sound decoder, delivering realistic diesel engine sounds, horn, bell, and additional operating functions. Rapido's MoPower capacitor system helps maintain decoder operation through brief interruptions in electrical pickup.

Rapido HO Scale GE 44 Tonner Features

• Authentic Claremont & Concord Railroad #31 paint scheme
• Red locomotive body with contrasting yellow lettering
• Black underframe
• Detailed GE 44-ton center-cab locomotive body
• Prototype-specific exterior detailing
• Heavy die-cast chassis and fuel tank
• Prototype-specific fuel tank skirting
• Separately applied door latches and exterior components
• Fully detailed locomotive cab interior
• Photo-etched metal cab steps
• Semi-scale metal knuckle couplers
• Smooth-running coreless motor with dual flywheels
• Factory-installed ESU DCC/Sound decoder
• Rapido MoPower capacitor system

General Electric 44 Tonner Prototype History

The General Electric 44 Tonner was introduced in 1940 as a lightweight diesel-electric locomotive designed primarily for switching service. Its approximately 88,000-pound operating weight kept it below the 90,000-pound threshold associated with railroad crew requirements of the period.

More than 300 locomotives were produced between 1940 and 1956, serving major railroads, shortlines, industrial facilities, and military installations. Their compact center-cab design made them especially useful for moving freight cars through smaller yards and industrial sidings.

Perfect for New England Shortline Operations

Claremont & Concord #31 is ideal for modelers recreating New England railroad operations, industrial switching districts, and local freight service. Pair this locomotive with period-appropriate boxcars, covered hoppers, gondolas, and other freight equipment for realistic shortline operating sessions.

Operating Requirements & Specifications

• Manufacturer: Rapido Trains
• Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
• Railroad: Claremont & Concord Railroad (C&C)
• Road Number: 31
• Locomotive: GE 44 Tonner
• Paint Scheme: Claremont & Concord Red
• Control: DCC/Sound
• Sound Decoder: Factory-Installed ESU
• Power Capacitor: Rapido MoPower
• Motor: Coreless Motor with Dual Flywheels
• Chassis: Heavy Die-Cast Construction
• Couplers: Semi-Scale Metal Knuckle Couplers
• Manufacturer Item Number: 048544
• Fusion Scale Hobbies SKU: RAP48544

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